Nicholos Poma B.S.
Nick Poma holds a Bachelor of Science and Information Technology degree. He has served in the United States armed forces as a 31U, Tactical Communications Specialist, from 1983 to 1989 and then again from 2002 to 2005, where he recieved an honorable discharge. He also holds teaching credentials from the state of California. However, as of yet has not decided to hold a teaching position in the education system. Nick Poma writes on varying topics such as politics, business, technology, social issues, current events, and theology.
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Macs Hit with Malware AttackIt has been believed for several years now that Macs were almost impervious to virus, malware, and spyware attacks.
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In the Beginning - Genesis 1: 9 - 13In our latest installment, we will learn that the earth was indeed a much different place than what we see today. I believe that one of our problems with believing the Bible -
Speaker of the House Pelosi Believes Family Planning Helps EconomyIn an interview on the George Stephanopoulos show Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi asserted that family planning would help to stimulate the economy. Her belief is that states could save money on education and healthcare. -
In the Beginning - Genesis 1: 6-8Here we are with another installation of our journey through the Bible. It is my sincere hope that you will continue along with me, and together we can learn just exactly what the word of GOD is trying to tell us
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Hamas Accepts Egyptian Brokered CeasefireAccording to news reports Hamas has accepted an Egyptian ceasefire deal with Israel. Although, details are sketching Hamas spokesman claim that there are still some points that need to be hammered out. -
In the Beginning - Genesis 1:1-5Sometimes we find that it is necessary to go back the beginning. This is what I have decided to do in this article. In the articles to follow, I will work through the Bible a chapter at a time.
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Israel to Continue Gaza AttacksIsraeli Defense Minister, Ehud Barak, declared that operations in Gaza would continue, despite a growing impatience in the United Nations for a cease fire
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Five Best Websites for Online Television and MoviesThe Internet has made watching television online almost like second nature. Back in the early days of online video watching it was not so easy to pull up a chair and watch your favorite shows. -
TurboTax Software ReviewFiling taxes can be a very daunting task. In many cases there are mistakes and the individual may miss out on deductions, or in some cases may even make a mistake which could lead to an audit.
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Obama's Citizenship Still in QuestionIt seems all too certain that Barack Obama will be the 44th President of the United States. It was a long and arduous journey but Obama took a commanding lead early on over John McCain
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The Benefits of UbuntuFor years now Linux Distros have been slowly creeping into the mainstream populace's awareness through word of mouth. Linux Distros were, in large part, used by hardcore programmers
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How to Avoid Computer VirusesComputer viruses are pieces of code, which infect a user's PC in order to gain access or damage the system. Any computer connected to the Internet is susceptible to a computer virus
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How to Avoid Computer VirusesComputer viruses are pieces of code, which infect a user's PC in order to gain access or damage the system. Any computer connected to the Internet is susceptible to a computer virus
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Tips on Home NetworkingIt seems that these days just about everyone has a home network. Some people have their networks hard wired with CAT5 Ethernet cable, while others may rely solely on wireless access points
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Jesus is OffensiveI have been watching and listening for quite some time now and I can see that it is Christ Jesus that seems to be possibly the most offensive person in history.
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A Critical Review of AIGs Workman's Comp DivisionIt was two and a half years ago when my ordeal started and it seems to me now that in some cases time does not heal all wounds.
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How to Make Money Writing OnlineThe Internet has opened a completely new door in communication. Now, more than ever, the average person can write just about anything they want and find a following with the online community.
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Obama - a New HopeSo, the elections are over and Barack Obama has come out as the President Elect and will take office on January 10, 2009. -
An Obama Presidency and What Does it Mean?The news agencies have called it and Barak Obama will be the next President elect of the United States of America. It was a very close race between Senator Obama and Senator McCain, which is why there is no clear mandate in this election. -
Maintaining Your Wireless NetworkWireless networks are a fairly new phenomenon. It seems that you can hardly go down any block without running into a wireless connection network connection. -
An Economic Monster Looms on the HorizonIn previous articles I have warned that the economy was ready to fall. However, I did not imagine it would fall as far as it has, almost 40% of its all time high. As a matter of fact, some were predicting even worse -
Palin for PresidentThere is much talk among Republicans that perhaps Governor Palin should be president instead of John McCain. Recently, a bumper sticker was even developed which reversed the names on the ticket putting Palin at the top and McCain relegated to the bottom -
Biden Palin Debate - Who Won?As a Republican I did expect that the debate would be slightly slanted against the Republican vice Presidential hopeful Sarah Palin. However, after watching the debates I saw that Gwen, the moderator for the debates was quite fair -
DNC Rushes in to Dismiss Case Challenging Obama's CitizenshipThe DNC has filed a motion in Federal court to dismiss the case challenging the citizenship of Barak Obama. The case was filed by Phillip J. Berg an attorney and Clinton supporter. -
Guide to Payroll Software for Small Business OwnersMany large companies rely heavily upon the services of accounting firms. Much of the Corporation's monetary functions, including payroll, are outsourced to other companies.
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ReadyBoost in XP? Sure Why Not?For those of you in the computer world that have had experience with Microsoft's Vista, you may have come across a cool little utility added to the Operating System. The utility in question is called "ReadyBoost" -
In Honor of George PutnamGeorge Putnam died today at the age of 94. Mr. Putnam was a radio host, commentator, and anchorman for seventy four years of his incredible life. The columnist Walter Winchell once described George Putnam as the "Greatest in radio." -
Relations Between Russia and Georgia Deteriorate FurtherIn recent days Georgia has closed its Embassy doors in Russia and Russia returned the favor in kind. This is a signal that there will be no diplomatic solution to the upheaval which has gripped the two nations. -
Why Not Upgrade to Microsoft Vista?Before Microsoft Vista was released, there was much anticipation by the Microsoft user community. The so-called Longhorn version of the Operating System was going to be the latest and greatest since Windows for Workgroups. -
Adjust Your Virtual Memory in XP to Increase PerformanceAs many people are aware, RAM is an important factor in any computer। RAM is needed to run programs, the hardware, and even the PC itself.
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What to Know when Upgrading to Windows Vista?Memory is one of the most important resources that your computer can have. Even if you have the fastest processor on the market, it will not do you much good if you do not have enough memory to run your system.
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Russia Under Barrage of Criticism by World LeadersIn the beginning it seemed as though only France and the United States were going to stand up and be critical of Russia in its handling of the Georgian situation. However, it seems that as many as seven of the world's super powers
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Situation Tense as Russian and US Battleships Occupy Black SeaIt is being reported by Pravda, a Russian newspaper which is also published online, that the US is using the cover of humanitarian aid to the war torn region of Georgia to re-arm the Georgian military for another possible attack
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Its Official Senator Biden is Obama's Choice for VPBarack Obama has officially named Senator Joe Biden of Delaware as his choice for his Vice Presidential running mate. There was much speculation as the day went on, many in the media offering up such names as Chet Edwards
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Case Filed in Court Challenges Barack Obama's CitizenshipA lawsuit filed in the Eastern District Court of Pennsylvania by attorney Phillip J. Berg sought to end Obama's eligibility to run for the office of President of the United States. This is based upon allegations that Barack Obama's birth certificate is a forgery
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The US and France Team Up on RussiaPresident Bush and his French counterpart Nicolas Sarkozy have accused Russia of not abiding by the ceasefire agreement with Georgia. The agreement brokered by the French President was intended to have Russia completely pull all of its troops out of Georgia
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Russians to End Cooperation with NATOThese have become tumultuous times indeed following the invasion of Russian troops into Georgia. The situation seems to have gone from bad to worse and it does not look as if it will improve anytime soon.
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Russia Moves Georgian Pullout Deadline and Creates Buffer ZoneIt was reported late last week that Russia was going to move its troops out of Georgia starting Monday. It seems now that Russia has decided to move its deadline for troop removal to Friday of this week
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Russia Fumes Over US and Warsaw Missile Defense PactThe Bush administration has been pushing long and hard for a missile defense shield in Europe. The systems would include anti-missile batteries, missiles, and early warning radar.
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Russia to Start Pulling Troops Out of Georgia on MondayDuring a phone call to French President Sarkozy, Russian President Medvedev made a vow to start pulling his troops out of Georgia starting Monday, according to the BBC.
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When You See These Things Look Up for the Time is NearTonight I caught myself doing something that I did not realize I was doing, but as I reflected on it I came to the understanding that I had actually been doing it for some time. I was looking up into the night sky
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Is Georgia a Distraction for Russia While the US Attacks Iran?There are a few things coming to light which seems to be painting a rather dim picture of events yet to come. The news this week was a Georgian attack on Russian soldiers in South Ossetia. South Ossetia is a break away territory
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How to Rip Audio CDs with Windows Media Player 11All right, so you have gone out and purchased a music CD featuring your favorite artist and now you want to be able to listen to your music on your MP3 player.
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When the Media Ignores the NewsToday I was watching Fox News; yes I know it is becoming one of the least favorites sources of real news for me as well. However, I was hoping to glean some important information from the network
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Russia Uses an Iron Fist on GeorgiaRussian leaders have decided to launch a war (We could deal with semantics, but war is war) against the small republic of Georgia. Georgia is a break away republic of the old Soviet Union and has operated autonomously for about thirteen years.
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How to Clean and Care for Your LaptopFor most people a laptop constitutes a large investment on their part. I know that when I first purchased my laptop, about two years ago, it cost me more than I had ever spent on a computer at any one time
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How to Backup the Music on Your IPod Shuffle or Nano to a PCMany people have gone out and purchased an iPod Shuffle, or Nano. Both of these portable media players are quite nice and very sleek. It seems that all of the kids have to have one these days.
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Should I Buy an Apple IPod or is There a Better Alternative?Ah, the same old question and yet we are talking about a different type of technology. No longer is the question PC or Mac, but now we move into the realm of other technologies such as MP3 players
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California Legislature Decides What is Good for Californians to EatAccording to the Associated Press Governor Schwarzenegger has signed into law legislation which bans restaurants from using Trans Fats in their food. It has already been a change
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Samir Kuntar and What Should Be DoneSamir Kuntar was received back into the loving arms of his brethren, Hezbollah, in a prisoner exchange in which the Israelis were at the loosing end of the bargain. It appears that Kuntar has not learned anything
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The Best Restaurants in Manhattan Beach, CaliforniaManhattan Beach is a small beach community nestled in Los Angeles County, and right on the Pacific Ocean. Growing up in Los Angeles, I have been on almost every beach in Southern California
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The 5 Best Seaside Restaurants on the Santa Monica BaySanta Monica is a tourist hotspot in Southern California and even the locals find it an attractive place to live and do business. The Santa Monica Pier is a great place to have a good time.
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U.S. Clock is Still Ticking for War with IranA meeting between Javier Solana of the European Union and Iranian officials netted no results as the Iranian government stated categorically that they would not halt the enrichment of Uranium
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Israel's Prisoner Exchange Makes No Sense at AllIsrael's Knesset recently voted in favor of a prisoner exchange. However, the specifics of the exchange are where the debates rage. Israel, in it's desperation to retrieve the bodies
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Should We Have a Revolution in the United States?This takes individuals of astounding courage and a populace that is willing to allow it. Unfortunately, much of the American people have been conditioned, or maybe brain washed into believing that this is a democracy.
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California Workman's Compensation - What You Need to KnowIt seems that all too often we never really consider the importance of a cause until it has affected us in a negative manner. Such examples might include Christopher Reeve, who suffered spine damage after a fall from a horse.
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McAfee - a Free and Effective Internet Security SuiteAs a long time Norton user I was surprised to find that McAfee was offering a free version of their software. I have always been happy with my Norton Security Suite
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Ron Paul Kills Possibility of Third Party PresidentI remember first listening to Dr. Ron Paul speak during a radio interview and while I am a registered Republican, I found his ideas enticing. I do believe that the government does have some business dealing with certain issues
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Spring Cleaning Your PCThere comes a time when that computer of yours just does not seem to be as fast as it used to be. Strange things start to happen like you seem to get more crashes than you used to and the crashes become too frequent
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Possible Scandals to Rock the Obama CampaignAs in any political election there is always a certain amount of scandal, or even the rumor of a scandal which is hanging in the air regarding one opponent or another. However, in this Presidential election cycle
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Bilderberg - Secrecy Beyond the PaleThroughout the history of this nation, we have been warned that there are secret societies that would usurp the will of this nation. Through manipulation these societies would mold the public opinion into whatever they wish
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UN Peacekeepers and Aid Workers Involved in Child AbuseIt is a tragedy when a country suffers famine, war, natural disasters, or all of the above. The most affected by such events are the children and they are also the most dependant upon compassion and the supplementation of their most basic needs to survive
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Guide to the Best Free Software on the InternetI decided to write this guide after spending about fifteen years trying many of the free software packages available on the Internet. I always enjoyed using free software, mostly because it is free and I am a cheap skate
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Bush Vetoes Bill that Would End Torture by the CIAIn a not so surprising move by President Bush the FY2008 Intelligence Authorization Bill has been vetoed. The Bill was passed by the House and was sent off to the President for his signature.
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Homeschoolers Find Ally in Governor SchwarzeneggerThe recent decision by the Appellate Court in Los Angeles has many homeschoolers fearing that overzealous school administrators will start enforcing the ruling. The ruling states that all children in California
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South America Kisses and Makes UpThe Americas can release a sigh of relief and breath a little easier today. During a summit in South America, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Colombia all made nice and the harsh rhetoric has ceased
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Ron Paul Not Finished yet as Media Deceives the PublicThe media has declared Senator John McCain the GOP Party nominee for President in the 2008 election. However, they seem to be missing the point that this is not really over until the GOP convention in September
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Deadly Attack in Jerusalem Leaves Eight DeadA gunman described only as a Palestinian from East Jerusalem, walked into a seminary in Jerusalem. The terrorist had with him a handgun and an automatic weapon. By the time the incident was over 8 students were killed and 11 others had been wounded
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California Court Decision on Homeschooling - No Need to Panic YetThe home schooling community at large was stunned to hear a California Appellate court's ruling concerning the issue of homeschooling. The 2nd Appellate Court of Los Angeles, California
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Venezuela Cuts Trade Ties with ColombiaPresident Hugo Chavez of Venezuela announced in a speech that his country is blocking trade with Colombia. This action follows a border incursion by Colombian troops to attack FARC rebels hiding in the forest of Ecuador
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Free DVD Authoring Software - DVD FlickDVD Flick is an absolutely awesome DVD authoring software. This utility is open source so it is 100% free to use. DVD Flick can take many types of video files and convert them to a DVD ISO image which can then be burned to a DVD
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United Nations Security Counsel Paves Way for U.S. Invasion of IranIt seems that the time span between history repeating itself is getting much shorter. We can recall the United Nation's imposing strong sanctions and requirements against the nation of Iraq
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Colombia Makes Move to Ensure NAUThe North American Union is a topic which brings up thoughts of conspiracy theories. Most people believe the government denials that there will be no North American Union similar to that of the European Union
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The Effects of Mind Altering Drugs on the Human PsycheIn society today, we see many individuals addicted to mind altering drugs such as Heroin, Crack, and even Meth Amphetamines. These drugs are very dangerous to the individual but to those that would interact with these addicted individuals
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NAZI California Court Bans Home SchoolingThe second Appellate Court of Los Angeles, California has handed down a ruling, which states that all children between the ages of six to eighteen must attend public school or an approved private school.
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Barack Hussein Obama: The Politics of a NameI must admit that I was ignorant of the fact that Barack Obama's middle name is Hussein. It almost seems as though this was some sort of guarded secret withheld from the general public. In many instances we hear the middle names of many of the candidates
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Massive Beef Recall: Signs of Mad Cow Disease?The Hallmark Meat Packing Company of Chino, California has been forced to recall nearly one and a half million pounds of beef. Some of the beef in question is sold to the school systems in Southern California
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How to Accelerate the Speed of Your Aging PCOver a period of time your PC will begin to slow down. At first you may not notice the drop in performance, but after a while the effects will certainly become more pronounced and the longer you ignore it, the worse it becomes.
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Why a Paid-for Registry Cleaner is Better Than a Free OneIn the Windows Operating System there is a little known about file known as the Registry. The Registry is a database that holds all of the important information that makes the Windows Operating System run efficiently.
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How to Prevent Your PC from Being Infected with SpywareWithin the last ten years spyware has increased exponentially. Many computer users are plagued by malicious programs, which are downloaded and installed to their computers through common practices such as browsing the Internet or even checking email.
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Game Review - BellatorusBellatorus is an interesting game based on cards. The fact that the developer decided to design a computer game based upon the use of cards speaks to their ability to think outside of the box.
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Game Review - BubbleWorldI have been a gamer for a very long time and I have limited myself to first person shooters, but in some cases, I would play a strategy game. However, puzzle games never really appealed to me.
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Game Review - Deep Blue Sea"Deep Blue Sea" is a puzzle game, which falls in line with many other puzzle games around today. Many puzzles games developed today are done with the basic puzzle board presented to the player, and in the true "Connect Four" fashion
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Game Review - the Great TreeThe premise behind "The Great Tree" is that you are a Fairy that must pollinate "The Great Tree," which you and your people depend on for their lives. You control a flying fairy with your mouse and it is up to you to collect free-floating pieces
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Software Review - WinRARWinRAR is the top of the line file compression and archiving utility on the market. I have been using the WinRAR archiving and compression utility since version 2.0 and quite honestly, I have not found another program which is compatible
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Ron Paul - the Real Agent of ChangeIn these Primaries, the voters have been subjected to a cacophony of candidates trying to convince them that they are for change. These candidates are trying to convince the populace that they will change the way Washington politics is done.
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Democrat's Super Tuesday Not so SuperSuper Tuesday is here and while the Republicans will know who their nominee will be, Democrats will likely have to wait a little bit longer. Going into Super Tuesday, the national polls have Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton neck and neck
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The Republican's Moment of TruthToday is the big day for Republicans in a winner takes all proposition. Super Tuesday is now upon us and the candidates are making one last push for the Party's nomination. Romney and McCain have their sights set on California
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Anyone but McCainIt seems that John McCain has seen his campaign enjoy a bump coming out of the Florida Primary. However, I think that it is suspicious that his campaign is even still going at all.
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TurboTax 2007 ReviewYes, it is that time of the year again and taxes are certainly on many of people's minds. Some will enjoy what they believe to be the gift of a refund from the government, while others will certainly be parting with their hard-earned cash
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Microsoft Makes Move to Purchase Search Engine Giant YahooMicrosoft has announced an offer to buy Yahoo for an unprecedented 44 billion dollars. The announcement this morning sent the Dow jumping as shares of Yahoo and Microsoft both climbed amid much speculation
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Hurricane John Hits FloridaAccording to all of the exit polls coming in throughout the day, the race between John McCain and Mitt Romney was very close, as a matter of fact, it was too close to call
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Maxine Waters Endorses Hillary ClintonHillary Clinton received a key endorsement from Representative Maxine Waters of the 35th district in California. Congresswoman Maxine Waters is a respected member of the House of Representatives and is a member of the "The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation."
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What Do the Exit Poll Results in Florida Tell Us?As the exit poll numbers started coming in it was clear that the voters had a lot on their minds. About half of the "Sunshine State" voters believe that the economy is the most important issue facing the country today
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Where to Find Antique Wall ClocksThere is a certain beauty to items that were made long ago. There is no exception when it comes to clocks. As little as fifty years ago, clocks were made from real wood and their elaborate designs were a thing of beauty
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Skyfire: A New Standard in Mobile BrowsersSkyfire Labs looks as though it will hit a big homerun in the growing arena of mobile browsers. Skyfire has been receiving rave reviews from industry insiders and the excitement is growing as the relatively new kids on the market
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Kennedy Sticks Thumb in the Eye of ClintonToday Senator Ted Kennedy gave his endorsement to Senator Barack Obama. However, it was not only Uncle Ted, but Governor Patrick Kennedy and Caroline as well. This is an endorsement
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What Do the South Carolina Exit Polls Tell Us?The South Carolina Primary is over and Barack Obama came out hands down the winner. While it was projected that Obama would take South Carolina in the days leading up to the Primary
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South Carolina Democratic Primary ResultsBarak Obama has taken the South Carolina Primary with what can only be described as a landslide victory. The numbers for Obama were incredibly higher than projected by the polls and it seems that negative campaigning.
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Egypt Overwhelmed by Gaza Border BreachSince the destruction of the border security fence separating Gaza from Egypt the Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak has been exercising quite a bit of restraint. This is due in large part to a sympathetic outlook
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Robert Fidler and the Castle Siege in Salford, U.K.A farmer in Sussex County in England has built a castle on his land and now faces the threat of having to vacate and demolish it. The county claims that the castle was built illegally and that it does not conform to approved land use
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RacistThis Haiku is my first attempt and is trying to relay the message that we are all one race on this planet, the human race.
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Hillary Clinton and Tony RezcoHillary Clinton during one of the Democratic debates told Barak Obama that she was "Fighting Republicans while he was still practicing law and working for slumlords like Tony Rezco."
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No Fireworks at the Republican Debate in Boca Raton, FloridaIt turned out to be an uneventful evening in Boca Raton, Florida as the Republican candidates took to the stage for their final debate before the Florida Primary gets underway.
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South Carolina Democratic Primary PredictionsToday is the big day for the Democrats in South Carolina. The voters of South Carolina will make their voices heard and deliver their verdict on who they believe is the best candidate to run as the Party's nominee
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Westboro Baptist Church to Protest Heath Ledger's FuneralThe Westboro Baptist Church of Topeka, Kansas is planning to protest the funeral of Heath Ledger. The church has caused quite a stir while picketing the funerals of soldiers that have died in Iraq.
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Gaza, Egypt Border in Chaos After Security Fence is DestroyedA series of explosions rocked the border security fence separating the Gaza Strip from Egypt. Immediately following the explosions, a flood of Palestinians crossed into Egypt and started purchasing anything that they could get their hands on
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The Importance of Going to ChurchAs Christians, we understand that it is not membership, or church attendance that saves you. However, it is important to attend a Bible believing church. Some have decided that they do not need to go to a church
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New Photos from Mars Show "Signs of Life"It seems that new images beamed back to NASA have yielded a surprise, which has shocked many in the scientific community. There are people that have long held the belief that mars was at one time a habitable planet
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Fred is Out, is Rudy Next?Fred Thompson has finally figured out what many of us have known for quite some time. It is time to throw in the towel and head back to Hollywood. It is actually with a little sadness that we must bid farewell
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Heath Ledger Dead at 28Hollywood is in shock today after reports that Heath Ledger was found dead in his Manhattan apartment. While details are sketchy and continue to be updated, it does seem that this is another tragedy
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Something Wicked This Way Comes, It's the Economy StupidThe United States is falling into recession and the entire world will be feeling its effects. The Dow Jones Industrial has been sliding lately and it seems that no matter what the Fed tries it is just not working
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Bill Clinton Sleeps During MLK CeremonyThe New York Post caught former President Bill Clinton catching some much-needed rest. Unfortunately, President Clinton was caught doing it at a ceremony to honor the slain civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
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Simple and Cheap Network Using Your Existing Phone LinesIn the early years of the Internet revolution, many homes had only one computer. At that time, relatively few people used the Internet, and many others saw no real benefit to plugging into the new frontier known as "Cyberspace"
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Ron Paul to Be Squeezed Out of the Republican DebatesI have been watching the debates very closely and the tactics from both of the political Parties. It is obvious that neither Party wants to see Ron Paul become a candidate for President
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The New MacBook Air - is it Worth the Price?Apple has unveiled the new MacBook Air. The MacBook Air is an ultra thin and lightweight notebook with a widescreen display. The price tag is high though and we have to wonder if it is really worth the $1700.00 price tag
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Democrat Showdown in the Silver StateThe big showdown between the Democrat hopefuls for the Party's nomination took place tonight and it was quite an interesting show. The debate was hosted by MSNBC at the Cashman Center in Las Vegas
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Allegations of Racism Haunt Ron PaulRecently there has been a story uncovered which seems to portray Congressman Ron Paul as a racist. Apparently, there were some newsletters, which were authored in the Congressman's name
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Democrat Primaries Fall Victim to Race CardIt is certainly an unfortunate turn of events for the Democrat's candidates vying for the Party's nominee for the Presidency. The issue of race is starting to come to the forefront and it is an issue
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My Secret PrayerI have been reflecting on my current circumstances and it seems that I have been remiss in remembering a prayer that I had prayed which might serve to explain all that I have been going through lately.
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A Simple Prayer Request at Christmas 2007 Part 2In my previous article entitled A Simple Prayer Request at Christmas 2007, I had requested prayers for my family from everyone that was touched by my plight. I was overwhelmed that so many individuals had offered their sympathy and prayers.
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Ron Paul Smashes Fundraising RecordOn December 16, Ron Paul's campaign took in over six million dollars in a twenty-four hour period. This smashes the record his campaign had set back on November 5 when over four million dollars
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A Simple Prayer Request at Christmas 2007It has been very difficult to try to put any words down because these days, life is a little stressful for the Poma family. At any other time of the year, it would be just that, but for some reason over the Holidays
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Believing that There is a God is Not EnoughWhenever I bring God up in a conversation, many people will tell me that they do believe in God. I get the impression that they think that if they believe then that is enough.
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Halliburton Has No Accountability in Cases of Rape and MurderA U.S. citizen working in Iraq has alleged in a lawsuit that she had been raped by co-workers while in the Green Zone in Iraq. The young woman is from Houston, Texas
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Can Ron Paul Meet His Goal in the Fourth Quarter?Ron Paul's campaign has set a twelve million dollar goal for their fundraising in this quarter. This is a very optimistic goal for any campaign to set, but Ron Paul is well on his way
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The Truth Behind Internet FlamersI have long held the belief that the flamers on message boards and various other Internet mediums are acting out in a way which is not consistent with their true nature.
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Rudy Who?In the beginning of the campaign for the Republican Party's nominee for President, Rudy Giuliani came out early as a powerhouse. The mayor found prominence in the Republican Party
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Can Yahoo Ever Catch Up with Google?Long before Google came on to the scene as an Internet search engine, there was Yahoo. Yahoo was the search of choice by many Internet subscribers. It was at a time when the Internet
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The U.S. And Its Policy of Oil Dependency Upon the Middle EastThe United States finds itself in a difficult time concerning its dependency upon foreign oil. Much of the oil that the United States consumes annually is shipped in from Middle Eastern countries.
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CIA and Justice Department to Investigate Torture Tape DestructionThe head of the CIA, General Hayden, has announced that the CIA and the Justice Department will conduct a preliminary investigation into the destruction of CIA videotapes.
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Confession - I Am a Young EartherSome may have guessed as much by reading one of my previous articles, "Sixty Seven Million Year Old Dinosaur has Soft Tissue Preserved?" Even though I never came right out and said that
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Huckabee Gets Boost in Polls from GodGovernor Mike Huckabee of Arkansas has found a way to move ahead in the polls, which is sure to bring some controversy. The issue of God is one that draws immediate scrutiny form an ever-growing secular America
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Mother Responsible for Teen's Suicide Wants SympathyA teenage Missouri girl committed suicide because of a prank perpetrated though her MySpace page. When the boy ended the online relationship and stopped talking to her, she killed herself.
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CIA Destroys Its Interrogation TapesGeneral Hayden, the current head of the Central Intelligence Agency, has stated that the CIA has indeed destroyed video tapes, which contain images of individuals being tortured.
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UntitledI don't know what this is
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Lead Tainted Toys Still on Store ShelvesIt is being reported by MSNBC that retail outlets have not removed toys from the shelves, which are said to be tainted with lead.
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U.S. Mexico Border Not as Big a Threat as IranEven though intelligence reports have come out stating that the Iranian government suspended their nuclear weapons program back in 2003, the President is still saying that the United States
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Bush Still Wants War with IranIntelligence agencies have recently placed the President in the hot seat over the issue of nuclear weapons development in Iran. The administration has been doing some heavy talking regarding the Middle Eastern country
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Barak's Kindergarten Dreams May Come TrueWe all used to make jokes in school about what might wind up in our permanent records. Well, I think we just got an idea of how true it is. Somehow the Clinton campaign discovered that Barak Obama
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The Larry Craig Scandal DeepensLarry Craig, the Senator from Idaho, may just be wishing time travel had been invented at this time. Then perhaps he could go back and try to prevent himself from doing something stupid
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67-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Unearthed in North DakotaA prehistoric dinosaur has been unearthed in North Dakota. The dinosaur is known as a Hadrosaur, is fossilized, and has remained intact. It is reported that this particular dinosaur lived on the earth 67 million years ago.
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Tips to Increase the Speed of Your Windows XP SystemIt seems that over time that computer system you purchased not so long ago seems to run a little slower than it used to. There are times when this can be due to malware, viruses, or even spyware
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A Guide to Toys Made in AmericaWith all of the recalls of China made children's toys, it is time for parents to consider buying toys for Christmas, which may be a little safer. There are still quite a few toy manufacturers still left in the United States
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Guide to Mold and Fungus Remediation ServiceMold is not something to take lightly and in some cases can even result in death. In many instances, those affected by mold spores in the air will develop sinus infections, but it can also lead to chronic respiratory problems.
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Ron Paul - the Answer to HillaryWhile watching the debates involving the Republicans and Democrats, I have come to the conclusion that Hillary will be the Democratic nomination for President.
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The Sleeping ChristianThere was a time in my life where I did not believe that God existed. I had heard the Gospel, but I did not see it as truth, instead I treated it as a ridiculous fable concocted by man in order to enslave
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Create Music Simply with KBPianoI had written a few songs ago and while I can play guitar, I was never able to compose the music. Tried a few of the very expensive programs but I really did not get anything accomplished.
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Ron Paul - the William Wallace for a New AgeEvery generation there comes a man which exudes the principles that America was founded on and every man should aspire to. In this age that man is Ron Paul, the "Dark Horse" candidate from Texas.
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Top 10 Websites for TV and VideoInternet technology has exploded over the last few years and the beneficiaries of the technological advances are the Internet users themselves. Many people that used the Internet in the past were greatly disappointed
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CNN/YouTube Republican Debate AnalysisThe first ever CNN hosted debate where the candidates were given question via video on YouTube. It was a very interesting format and did even have a few spontaneous comedic moments.
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Analysis of the YouTube Republican Debate Hosted by CNNThe much anticipated Republican debate featuring questions posed to the candidates via a YouTube video. The concept is interesting and could have been a very interesting format.
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Should Parents Be Allowed to Choose Their Children's School?A few years ago parents were excited to hear that there was a program being talked about which in essence would give parents the right to choose which school their children would attend.
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Does Art that Mocks Faith Slanderous or Freedom?There have been many examples of artist creating works of what they considered to be art that actually demean and in many cases blasphemes God. Of course, it is their attempt to push the envelope
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Integrate Your PC into Your Entertainment CenterPersonal computers have reached a point where it is now very affordable and simple to integrate them into your entertainment system. The personal computer is no longer relegated to the corner desk
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Fence Along the Border or Amnesty - a False ChoiceAmericans are being asked to make a choice which is truly not a choice at all. We have been presented with only two solutions for an issue which has reached critical mass
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When the Economy Dies so Does the CountryAmerica finds itself in a situation which will ultimately determine her future. The current economic crisis is not an event which will correct itself nor will it be rectified by those that are perpetuating
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Links to Two Songs Written by Nick PomaI have written two songs that I have posted to Associated Content, but they are a little slow in posting them and I am impatient to share them with you. I am looking for honest feedback
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SupermanCountry Ballad - Original Lyrics and Music by Nick Poma 1996
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Reapin' All My Foolish WaysReapin' all my Foolish Ways (Original lyrics and music by Nick Poma Copyright 2007)
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Who is Responsible for the Quagmire in Iraq?In the time leading up to the war with Iraq, I was very much in support of it. I had long been listening to the propaganda spewed to the American public by the major media.
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The Debate on ImmigrationThe subject of immigration is a very touchy subject with many people, no matter which side of the debate you fall on. One of the major hurdles that we must overcome is the language
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Has Globalization Hurt the American Worker?Much of the world has been thrust into the arena of globalization. Many of the people affected by this phenomenon have been reluctant to embrace the ideal of a world wide market.
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Nvu Free Web Designer SoftwareOne of the many tools that I utilize is the WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) editor. This software enables the user to create great looking websites in a matter of minutes
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Democratic Debate at UNLVThe Democratic Debate hosted by CNN at the University of Las Vegas Nevada started off very heated, but the flames were soon extinguished by a crowd that was not willing to play along
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Common Misconceptions of the Christian HellMany people have their own belief as to what Hell is. These beliefs can be influenced by teachings, movies, or even one's own interpretation of what the Bible has to say about the subject.
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Holiday Light Displays in Glendale, CaliforniaGlendale is a big city with a small town feel. Glendale rests between Los Angeles, Burbank, and Pasadena. The city streets are lines with large trees and in many of the neighborhoods
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Holiday Light Displays in Stockton, CaliforniaStockton, California is a little heard of city east of San Francisco and south of Sacramento, the State's Capitol. The city of Stockton has planned several events for the holiday season
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How Will God Judge Us?The question of how God will judge the people of the earth is littered with more differing opinions than there are religions in the world. The prevalent belief is that God will judge us
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I Cannot Decide Which Candidate is Less Evil, Rudy or HillaryWith all of the talk in the mainstream media it seems apparent that our Presidential candidates in the 2008 election will be Rudy Giuliani and Hillary Clinton.
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Create Your Own E-Book for FreeThere are many writers out there that want to be able to distribute their work, but due to publishing costs, it just is not a feasible option. That is where technology comes to the rescue.
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How the Bankers Stole AmericaVery few Americans are actually aware of how the U.S economy works. Many people have their own pre-conceived notions as to how things are done based upon nothing more than their own beliefs
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Dollar is Crashing, so Why is Only O.J. Simpson News?With everything going on in the world today, I find it hard to believe that the major news channels have nothing better to present than the trial of O.J. Simpson, again.
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The 411 on Wireless RoutersA wireless router is a very convenient option for many people that use the Internet. Many households today have more than one computer and they would like to be able to share Internet access
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Simple Computer Maintenance that You Should Perform on a Regular BasisIn the high tech world of computers, users can sometimes forget that computers need special care too. Many people will simply get on their computer and start clicking away on the mouse
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Pastor John Hagee Says Jesus Did Not Come to Be MessiahPastor John Hagee, seen on the "Trinity Broadcasting Network," is under intense fire from fellow Christians for assertions made in his new book entitled, "In Defense of Israel."
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Long Beach, California's Holiday Light Displays: Shows to ParadesChristmas light displays have become a staple in many American communities. Each community has its own individual style and beauty. Long Beach, California is no exception to this rule
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Rabbis' Give President Bush a WarningA group of Rabbis have sent letter to President Bush warning of the wrath of God upon the United States. It is believed by the Rabbis that the United States will suffer disasters sent from God
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Pakistan in TurmoilThe leader of Pakistan, General Pervez Musharraf, has sent his country into total chaos in recent days by establishing Martial Law.
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Unmatched Computer Security with Norton Internet Security 2008Many programs offer to secure your PC against Internet threats, but few names are as trusted as Symantec. While these other security suites do perform to an acceptable level
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Are There Really UFOs in the Bible?Many men have come forward and claimed that the Bible speaks of many instances of UFOs. However, it does not specifically use the term "Unidentified Flying Object,"
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Ron Paul - for the People of the PeopleToday is a very special day for Ron Paul supporters. Today is the day that the voice of the American people will be heard. November 5th has been designated a special donation day
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Awesome Free 3D Creation SoftwareI love working with 3D graphics and animations, and I know that many other people share my love of creating great little movies and pictures from 3D as well. It is an awesome thing
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What is Behind the Ron Paul Revolution?When the name Ron Paul is mentioned, it seems to produce three reactions from people. For those that support the man and his ideals there is an overwhelming, almost hopeful reaction to his name.
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There Were Giants in the Earth in Those DaysI find the mention of giants in the Bible very interesting. Now, as for me, I believe what the Bible has to say and I believe that certain books in it are written as history and not necessarily for doctrine.
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Places and Events of the Bible DiscoveredMany of us are very interested in the stories and places of the Bible. Even those that do not believe in God perk their ears up when there is a new discovery.
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Free Software TreePad LiteWe can sometimes become overwhelmed by the amount of data we collect on our computers. These files include such things as emails, notes, pictures, and even articles.
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Hillary - in Case of Emergency Break GlassThe days after the Democratic debate hosted by MSNBC have really been interesting. The debate itself really failed to give any candidate any traction. The main topic of discussion
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Stephen Colbert Denied Run in the SouthStephen Colbert of the Comedy Central show, "The Colbert Report," has been slapped with a little dose of reality by the South Carolina Democratic Committee.
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The United States Economy is Directly Related to War in IraqThere was a time, not too long ago, when the United States had a robust and growing economy. However, some men decided that it was time for a war. Now, we have all heard that old saying that "When the economy is bad
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Review of Paint Shop Pro Photo X2Corel has come out with a new version of their Paint Shop Pro software which is bound to please even the fussiest artist. Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 has some new features
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Hit the Bench Blackwater, DynCorp is Stepping Up to BatBlackwater has been in the media spotlight lately amidst allegations of wrongful deaths and excessive force used in security operations in Iraq. Recently the Iraqi government has condemned the private security firm
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Great Resource for Christian KidsOn the Internet, it can be difficult to find safe websites for your children to visit. This holds true even more so if you are a Christian parent, and you are trying to find an alternative for your children
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The Genealogies of Jesus - Contradictory or Complementary?I have heard some people make mention of the fact that Jesus seems to have two genealogies, which are mentioned in two of the books of the Gospels. These individuals declare that the genealogies are different
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Americans Primed for War with IranAccording to a new Zogby, poll 52% of Americans support going to war with Iran. However, we must ask ourselves is this an accurate representation of the populace of the United States
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Is God an Old Notion?God is the oldest notion, but one that never dies. For the Christian, God was, God is, and God will always be. However, we find that the ideal of Atheism is growing with leaps and bounds.
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Software Review - Adobe Photoshop Creative Suite 3Adobe has released its newest version of Photoshop. Photoshop CS3 brings a new level of image manipulation to the graphic artist. I have been using Photoshop since version 3.0
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My Experiences on Associated ContentI have only been with Associated Content for about a month, but I find the experience to be more satisfying than any other I have had. While I realize my writing style is perhaps a little unrefined
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Christianity 101 - There is No More LawThis is probably one of the most hotly debated subjects in Christianity. It is sad to have to keep writing on the subject of the law. However, as long as Christian leaders continue to teach their followers
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Are the Politicians Really Feeling Threatened by Stephen Colbert?I have been paying close attention to the cable news shows and I am a little bewildered that they seem to be treating the candidacy of Stephen Colbert with some bit of trepidation and seriousness.